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RANGERS ALUMNI
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t is an honor to again present you an update on your Rangers alumni family. We are so fortunate to have a group of alumni who are very
active in our efforts with the Rangers, Madison Square Garden, and our Alumni Association. Another year has passed and many great
moments for the New York Rangers hockey club happened both on and off the ice. And no different from the past, our alumni were a key
asset in all that we accomplished.
I am very happy to bring you another year of alumni news and happenings with this issue of our
Rangers Alumni Connections newsletter. Please enjoy the enclosed updates on our programs
and events from this season. It is your involvement that elevates our programs and experiences
for our fans, partners, and speaks for the Rangers crest.
I look forward to seeing some of you at the Golf Outings this summer and during our 20I3-I4
season.
I97I-72 NEW YORK RANGERS
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he 30th Annual Rangers Golf Classic was held on Monday, September I0th at Westchester Country Club. The fall day was an excellent
one for golf with members of the current team, coaching staff, hockey executives, alumni and guests. The Golf Classic is an annual
fundraiser for the alumni association and each foursome gets the opportunity to golf with a Rangers team representative. Twenty
three alumni joined us for another memorable outing.
Your fellow Alumnus,
Glen Sather
President & GM, New York Rangers
Wrapping up the day on the links, everyone gathered at Westchester Country Club for a cocktail hour and reception. After the current Rangers
were acknowledged, the honorees for the event, the 197I-72 team were introduced. The members of the I97I-72 team on hand included Gene
Carr, Bill Fairbairn, Eddie Giacomin, Rod Gilbert, Vic Hadfield, Ted Irvine, Brad Park, Pete Stemkowski, Walt Tkaczuk and Gilles Villemure. To
the surprise of all the alumni, Emile Francis joined Sam Rosen via phone to lead a recap of the team’s season and share stories from the year.
Following the recap, Rod Gilbert presented a special gift to each of the alums on behalf of the organization and the Alumni Association.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Rangers look forward to celebrating the 3Ist Rangers Golf Classic this upcoming September.
30TH ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
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GO SKATE!
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MSG TRANSFORMATION
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NY RANGERS ASSIST
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MSG DEFINING MOMENTS
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SKATE WITH THE GREATS
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GARDEN 366 RANGERS MOMENTS
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SEASON SUBSCRIBER EVENTS
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GARDEN OF DREAMS POWER PLAYERS
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LASTING PARTNERSHIPS
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A YEAR IN GARDEN OF DREAMS
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NYRAA UPDATE
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JAKE’S STORY
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CALENDAR
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ALUMNI PITCH IN WITH SANDY RELIEF
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IN MEMORY
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ZAMBONI CHALLENGE
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CONGRATULATIONS
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YOUTH HOCKEY NIGHT
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DEPARTMENT DIRECTORY
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EMILE FRANCIS AWARD
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UPDATE CONTACT INFO
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GLEN SATHER WITH HIS FOURSOME
VIC HADFIELD CHATS WITH HIS FOURSOME
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adison Square Garden is entering the final offseason of the three-year Transformation this summer. As many alumni have
experienced watching games the previous two seasons, from the concourses to suites, exclusive clubs, dining options
and concession stands, Madison Square Garden is a new state-of-the-art venue that’s as memorable as the moments that
happen here. The Transformation is well underway now with two phases complete over the last two years. Madison Square Garden now
includes New Upper & Lower Bowl seating with comfortable seats and significantly improved sightlines, expanded Madison and Garden
Concourses with city views, enhanced concession stands, more restrooms, new menu items and retail locations; 20 new Event Level Suites;
58 Lexus Madison Level Suites that are 23 rows from the ice; all-inclusive Madison Club presented by Foxwoods, Delta SKY360 Club with views
of the team entering and exiting the locker room, and I879 Club offering for elite members; and the West Balcony offering unique views and
vantage point as well as the return of the infamous Blue Seats.
MS G DEF I N I N G MOMENTS
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hase II of the Transformation included an homage to The Garden’s more than I30 year history on the Madison Concourse (6th Floor),
including a “Memorable Moments Every Day” visual retrospective and special exhibits celebrating the top twenty “Defining Moments” in
Garden history. The visual retrospective is “Garden 366” which includes a photo and description of one memorable moment for every day of
the calendar year. “Garden 366” encompasses the circumference of the outer wall of the 6th Floor Madison Concourse accenting the wood trim above
the concourse. The ten “Defining Moments” have special exhibits on the inner concourse wall throughout the Madison Concourse. The remaining ten
“Defining Moments” will have their exhibits displayed on the Garden Concourse and will be completed in Phase III of the Transformation.
Phase III includes further changes that will transform Madison Square Garden for the final time and complete the MSG Transformation.
These new features in The Garden include:
- New Chase Square at 7th Avenue entrance, double in size featuring interactive zones, retail locations, box office and broadcast studio
- Two spectacular new Chase Bridges that will be suspended above the ice for a one-of-a-kind view of the action
- New Budweiser Fan Deck (I0th Floor) offering a selection of new food & beverage options and a unique social gathering space with
direct views into the arena bowl
- New state-of-the-art Gardenvision center-hung scoreboard
- I8 completely remodeled Signature Level Suites (9th Floor)
- Restoration of the iconic Garden ceiling
HOWIE ROSE, BRIAN LEETCH, MARK MESSIER & ADAM GRAVES AT MSG DEFINING MOMENTS UNVEILING.
We look forward to sharing these highlights with you at games next season. If you wish to view the Garden’s progress please
visit MSGTransformation.com for all Transformation updates.
CHASE SQUARE
CHASE BRIDGES
JULY 16, 1992: Bill Clinton receives nomination at the
Democratic National Convention.
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MAY 7, 2012: Ranger’s Brad Richards’ game-tying goal
with :06.6 left sends Eastern Conference semis Game
5 vs. Capitals into OT, where Marc Staal’s goal wins it.
APRIL 16, 1981: Brian Leetch sets the Rangers
record for most points in a season by a defenseman
with a total of 100 points.
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GA R D E N O F D RE A M S P OW E R P L AYE RS
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ew York Rangers and Garden of Dreams Foundation continued with the second year of the Rangers and Garden of Dreams Power
Players program. Power Players introduces new children to street hockey while also allowing last year’s participants to receive further
instruction. The program debuted in 2011-12 and with some centers returning 25 “selects” from last year, total program participation
included 110 children from three Garden of Dreams partner organizations: Children’s Aid Society, Harlem Dowling and WHEDco. As a part of the
program, all partner locations received street hockey equipment for their facility, t-shirts for all participants and a
number of various Rangers giveaways for their commitment to the six weeks of instruction. Selects also had the
opportunity to learn hockey on ice for the first time participating in one of our Try-Hockey-For-Free Day events.
Throughout the Power Players program, the children learned basic hockey skills and life skills in their weekly
sessions led by Rangers’ Hockey Development Staff. The six values of the program are: Commitment, Excellence,
Fun, Respect, Responsibility and Teamwork. At each weekly clinic, one value was stressed by the instructors to
help reinforce important life lessons that the children may have learned previously at home or in the classroom.
This year’s program launched in November with alumni led clinics featuring Nick Fotiu, Dave Maloney, and Brian Mullen and culminated after six
weeks of instruction in a round robin tournament, with special
guests Rod Gilbert, Ron Greschner, and Adam Graves. After
the series of games at the final tournament, Rangers public
address announcer Joe Tolleson led an award ceremony and
congratulated the children for completing the program. As a
JA KE’S STORY
The Rangers and Garden of Dream’s “Make A Dream Come True” program treats children facing obstacles to a
once-in-a-lifetime personal experience. The following account is from Jake Santoriella who first came to the
organization through Garden of Dreams hospital partner Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital in 2010.
POWER PLAYERS
part of the ceremony, all of the children received a certificate of
completion, photo plaque, personalized Rangers jersey, medal,
and more. “For the kids, they came away with a ton of Rangers
items, but most of all they appreciated playing the game,” said
Greschner. “You could see they were having a great time, it’s a
great program.”
POWER PLAYERS TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS
A Y E AR IN G A R D E N O F D R E A M S
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he Rangers continue with their charitable commitment to the Garden of Dreams Foundation. In addition to the Rangers, Garden of Dreams
works with all areas of the The Madison Square Garden Company – including the Knicks, the Liberty, MSG Entertainment, MSG Networks
and Fuse – to positively impact the lives of children facing obstacles. Through ongoing programs that use the magic of MSG, the
Foundation develops strong, long-term relationships that truly change lives. Since its inception in September 2006, Garden of Dreams has created
thousands of once-in-a-lifetime experiences that have brought joy and happiness to more than 225,000 children and their families, including those
facing homelessness, extreme poverty, illness and foster care.
With Henrik Lundqvist serving as the official spokesperson for Garden of Dreams, the Rangers and the Foundation impacted hundreds of children
and families during the 2013 season. Rangers players, alumni, and staff hosted children for Dream Nights at Rangers’ games, conducted a
Thanksgiving Dinner to aid in Super Storm Sandy relief, continued the Power Players Street Hockey program, visited children in hospitals and
community organizations, shared a special experience at Chelsea Piers with children, fulfilled children’s dreams through the Foundation’s Wish
Fulfillment and “Make a Dream Come True” programs, enhanced Delta’s Holiday in the Hangar event, and much more. This year Garden of Dreams
welcomed a new partner organization, the Police Athletic League - New York.
Each year the Rangers look to further integrate the alumni in our community efforts. The alumni’s ability to put a smile on a child’s face and allow
them to forget the situation they are in, goes a long way. We continually receive incredibly positive feedback from the partner organizations of the
long lasting and impactful effect these interactions have on the lives of the children. Thank you for your participation in these great efforts.
ADAM GRAVES VISITS CHILDREN AT A SUITE NIGHT AS A
PART OF BEYOND DREAMS PROGRAM
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RON GRESCHNER AT CHELSEA PIERS
DAVE MALONEY VISITS NYU MEDICAL CENTER
ROD GILBERT TEACHES A GARDEN OF
DREAMS CHILD HOW TO HOLD A STICK
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n November, the Rangers alumni chipped in to lend support to help area New Yorkers who had been impacted by Super Storm Sandy.
One of the Garden of Dreams partners Life Center had experienced flood damage and extended power loss caused the relocation of many
residents in the program. Alumni Andre Dore, Rod Gilbert and Adam Graves joined Speaker of NY State Assembly Sheldon Silver and NYC Department
of Homeless Services Commissioner Seth Diamond in serving Thanksgiving dinner to the 350 children and families at Life Center. The dinner also
included a DJ, autographs from alumni, Rangers giveaways and much-needed blankets to help them recover from the impact of the storm.
ZAMBONI CHALLENGE
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o create excitement for the Rangers first playoff home game of the 20I3 NHL Playoffs, the Rangers hosted the first-ever Zamboni
Challenge on 33rd Street. Ron Duguay captained Team Blue against Stephane Matteau who captained Team White. Each alumnus had
a different Rangers branded Zamboni to race towards the finish line halfway down the street. With each alumni in a Rangers racing
suit and on their zambonis, model Alejandra Cata dropped the Green flag kicking off the race at the 7th Avenue side of 33rd. Duguay jumped out
to an early lead and never looked back defeating Matteau in the Zamboni Challenge. Duguay was awarded the Zamboni Cup which he filled
with champagne and celebrated his victory. The Zamboni Challenge kicked off Blueshirts Live which provided live programming, bands, and
interactive activity on 7th Avenue in front of the Garden prior to each playoff home game.
The following week, alumni Gilbert, Graves, Ron Greschner, Dave Maloney and Gilles Villemure teamed up with the American Red Cross’ Super
Storm Sandy relief efforts to lend a hand in Brooklyn and Queens. The alumni arrived at a relief site in Coney Island and spent the morning
unloading Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicles. Once the inventory of donated goods was unloaded the alumni, coach, and other
volunteers assembled the items to be picked up by those in need who had lined the street waiting for assistance. “Really quite humbling (to be
here and assist), it’s traumatic for those people involved,” Maloney said. “But we all realize how fortunate we are regardless of our situation.”
After Coney Island, the group moved over to Rockaway Park and Breezy Point in Queens to lend a hand at another American Red Cross relief site.
Once there, the Rangers did their best to brighten the afternoon of a few of the many volunteers who had given their time to help those who lost
their home or were still without power from the storm. Many of these volunteers had also been affected directly by the storm. “Everyone here,
they are so proud of their neighborhood. This is their home.” said Gilbert. “They are out here, they’re going to be back, and they’re going to live
here again.” Before returning home, the alumni visited the American Red Cross office in Midtown to meet the staff and many volunteers who were
assisting in the relief efforts since Super Storm Sandy struck on October 30th. These volunteers come from all areas of the United States and have
been working tirelessly to assist New Yorkers in need.
RON DUGUAY & STEPHANE MATTEAU COMPETE IN THE FIRST-EVER ZAMBONI CHALLENGE
YOUTH HOCKEY N I G HT
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RANGERS ALUMNI SHARE ADVICE AT THE YOUTH HOCKEY FORUM
ontinuing their commitment to youth hockey in the tri-state
area, the Rangers hosted 6th Annual Youth Hockey Night at
Madison Square Garden for the Rangers game against the
Montreal Canadiens on February I9th. Elements of Youth Hockey Night
included a pre-game forum for youth hockey players hosted by MSG
Network’s John Giannone featuring Rangers alumni Adam Graves,
Nick Fotiu, Brian Mullen, Ron Greschner and Dan Blackburn; the
presentation of the 6th Annual Emile Francis Award for youth hockey
volunteerism; intermission game featuring the Little Rangers; and two
children from Ice Hockey in Harlem joining the Rangers on the blue line
as honorary Rangers starters.
EMI L E F RA N CI S AWA RD
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CLOCKWISE STARTING FROM TOP LEFT:
RON GRESCHNER & DAVE MALONEY PREP FOOD
FOR DISTRIBUTION
ROD GILBERT HELPS SERVE THANKSGIVING DINNER
ADAM GRAVES HELPS WITH THANKSGIVING DECORATIONS
RANGERS ALUMNI WITH VOLUNTEERS AT ROCKAWAY POINT
outh Hockey Night could not be titled as such without the
involvement of Hall of Fame coach and general manager
Emile Francis. Francis’ dedication and service to the
local youth hockey community is honored each year through the
Emile Francis Award. This year, the sixth recipient of the award was
Joseph Ruggiero, a figure in the youth hockey community since I984.
Ruggiero is currently a coach in the USA Special Hockey program
but he has hosted clinics at Rye Playland Ice Casino and previously
coached their house-league bantam team, assisted at Pelham
Memorial High School, and was Eastchester High School’s head coach
for ten years. In addition to coaching the New York Raptors, a team
of developmentally disabled athletes, he volunteers to coach a house
league in Yonkers and has given his time to work with Ice Hockey in
Harlem and Pat LaFontaine’s Champions in Courage. Ruggiero was
nominated by his wife Marcia and was presented the award on the ice
at February 19th‘s Youth Hockey Night by Nick Fotiu and Brian Mullen.
BRIAN MULLEN & NICK FOTIU PRESENT THE 6 TH ANNUAL EMILE FRANCIS AWARD
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angers Fan Development department has continued
their longstanding efforts to grow the game of hockey
throughout the tri-state area. This season the Rangers
unified these efforts and launched a new youth hockey platform –
“Go Skate! Playing is the Goal” – which will focus on improving the
youth hockey experience in the tri-state by increasing opportunities
and accessibility to the sport through hockey camps, clinics and free
skating events.
Launched on Hockey Weekend in New York, “Go Skate!” expects to
reach more than I5,000 youth through Future Rangers (introductory
hockey, ages 3-I0), Youth Street Hockey (introductory hockey, ages
7-I4), Pee Wee Rangers (elite level, ages II-I2), Camps and more.
Rangers captain Ryan Callahan is the spokesperson for the new
initiative and can be seen in a PSA which introduces the program.
“I am proud to now be involved in the Rangers ‘Go Skate’ initiative,”
said Callahan. “It’s great to be a part of an organization that realizes
the importance of making these same types of programs available
to youth and has a dedication to helping grow the game of hockey.”
Hockey Weekend in New York was a series of special events and
complimentary hockey programs through New York in support of
USA Hockey’s annual “Hockey Weekend Across America.” The events
featured complimentary skating and free learn to play hockey lessons
in Wollman Rink, public skates at local area partner rinks, and Youth
Hockey Night at the game on February I9th against Montreal featuring
appearances by alumni Glenn Anderson, Dan Blackburn, Ron Duguay,
Nick Fotiu, Adam Graves, Ron Greschner, and Brian Mullen.
N Y RA N G ERS ASS I ST
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arlier this season, the New York Rangers and
Chase announced the launch of New York
Rangers Assist supported by Chase, a program
designed to improve the youth hockey experience and
increase opportunities and accessibility to the sport.
The new community-based program started by helping
refurbishing hockey rinks in Rye and Long Beach, New
York that were damaged by Super Storm Sandy and have
been out of operation since the storm. Both rinks hold
historical significance to the Rangers franchise, having
previously served as training facilities for the team. The
Blueshirts practiced at the City of Long Beach Arena in
the I970s and Playland Ice Casino from I979 until 2002,
prior to the opening of the MSG Training Center for the
2002-03 season. The two locations are also currently
official community rink partners of the Rangers.
PRIMARY WORDMARK WITH TAGLINE
PRIMARY WORDMARK ON DARK BACKGROUND
DAN BLACKBURN AT HOCKEY WEEKEND IN NEW YORK
PRIMARY WORDMARK WITH TAGLINE ON DARK BACKGROUND
Restorations began immediately at The City of Long
Beach Arena in Long Beach and Playland Ice Casino in
RON GRESCHNER & BRIAN MULLEN HELP ANNOUNCE NY RANGERS ASSIST PROGRAM
Rye. The City of Long Beach Arena, will receive a new
refrigeration system for the rink, new rubber flooring and sheetrock for the entire arena, Zamboni and electrical repairs, which will enable the rink
to reopen in summer 20I3. Playland Ice Casino will also receive a new refrigeration system along with roof and structural repairs, and is expected to
open its doors in fall 20I3. To recognize the rinks, Alumni Ron Greschner and Brian Mullen presented symbolic banners to representatives from both
rinks at the game on February 7th. As part of the program, the Rangers and Chase will also host a variety of free events and activities to celebrate
the reopening of the rinks with appearances from Rangers alumni.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE: I9TH ANNUAL SKATE WITH THE GREATS
This year, “Go Skate!” has featured street and ice hockey clinics led by
the Rangers Hockey Development team with assistance from alumni
Blackburn, Fotiu, Graves, Greschner, Dave Maloney and Mullen. For
more information on “Go Skate!” please visit the youth hockey section
of the Rangers website, NewYorkRangers.com/GoSkate.
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GLENN ANDERSON LEADS A DRILL AT A GO SKATE! CLINIC
n Friday, February Ist, the New York Rangers and Garden of Dreams partner organization, the Ronald McDonald House of New York
held its Annual Skate with the Greats Event at Rockefeller Center to raise money for children with cancer and their families. This
year’s event featured a long list of storied Rangers alumni from different eras in franchise history. Long time House supporters Rod
Gilbert and Brian Leetch headlined the alumni in attendance. Additional distinguished alumni featured Ron Duguay, Nick Fotiu, Adam Graves,
Ron Greschner, Stephane Matteau, Mark Messier, Mike Richter, Pete Stemkowski, and Gilles Villemure. Throughout the evening, fans had an
opportunity to skate and get an autograph from the former Rangers as well as bid on unique auction items in the live and silent auctions. It is
estimated that the event raised over $700,000 for Ronald McDonald House of New York.
Beginning in I994, through the efforts of Gilbert and Leetch, the New York Rangers and Ronald McDonald House teamed up to raise funds to
support families of children with cancer. The Skate with the Greats event has helped to raise more than $7.6 million for the Ronald McDonald
House of New York, whose mission is to provide a home away from home for children undergoing active treatment. Since its founding, more than
25,000 families have stayed at Ronald McDonald House of New York.
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ROD GILBERT ADDRESSES THE EVENT ATTENDEES
RANGERS ALUMNI PRESENT A JERSEY TO THE HONORARY RANGER
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SUBSCRIBER TENURE RECOGNITION CEREMONY
eason subscribers are the heartbeat of Madison Square Garden
giving the players that extra edge, bringing passion each and
every night. This dedicated group, many of which have had
tickets in their families for decades, are the first to cheer and defend our
team. As many of you alumni express at our events or in interviews, the
Rangers fans are a special group of individuals. These season ticket holders
appreciate the chance to meet alumni they have idolized over the years
and hear stories from their playing days. As an Original Six franchise, the
history and tradition of the Rangers allows us to create unique touch points
for our fans with alumni from throughout the Rangers celebrated history.
This season the Rangers continued with Storyteller Forums and Season
Subscriber lunches allowing season ticketholders to hear firsthand stories
from each alum’s time in New York. Alumni were also part of elevating
the platform of the I879 Club, Madison Club presented by Foxwoods, and
Delta SKY360 Club visiting with guests at each Rangers home game.
Throughout the year, season subscribers had the chance to meet many
alumni including Glenn Anderson, Jeff Beukeboom, Ron Duguay, Eddie
Giacomin, Vic Hadfield, Stephane Matteau, Brian Mullen, Brad Park, John
Vanbiesbrouck, Steve Vickers, and many others. Thank you for coming out
and sharing your experiences at this year’s events. We hope you will be a
part of even more subscriber events in the future.
CA LENDA R OF EV ENTS
C ONGRATUL ATIONS
Please join us in congratulating the following Rangers alumni on these
tremendous honors:
COKE GOLF OUTING
June 24th
Ed Johnstone on his induction to the Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame
as a player. Ed was previously inducted as a coach and member of the
sporting community. (Nov 2nd)
Red Sullivan has the James Stevenson Park Bowl a softball field
rededicated in his name to the George “Red” Sullivan East City Bowl.
(Sep I5th)
Thank you to those alumni who participated in Super Storm Sandy relief
charity hockey games produced by Stan Lee Foundation and Russian
Hockey Legends at Madison Square Garden and the Prudential Center,
respectfully. (Mar 24th & Apr I3th)
NHL DRAFT
June 30th
DEVELOPMENT CAMP
July Ist – 5th
YOUTH FANTASY CAMP WEEK I
July 8th – I2th
YOUTH FANTASY CAMP WEEK 2
July I5th – I9th
I N ME MORY
YOUTH FANTASY CAMP WEEK 3
July 22nd – 26th
Since our last issue, the New York Rangers family has lost some members of
its team. Please keep the family of our alumni in your thoughts and prayers.
PEEWEE RANGERS CAMP
August 5th – 9th
BRIAN MULLEN WITH SUBSCRIBERS
L ASTIN G PA RT N E R S H I P S
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October II, 20I2 (NYR: 1954-55)
April 16, 20I3 (NYR: I948-5I)
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lumni are a key asset to the activation of the Rangers and Madison Square Garden
partnerships from Suite Visits to Legends, Chalk Talks, Tweet Ups, and Dream
Skates, the experience is truly elevated by the alumni’s participation. Each year
the feedback from attendees and partners is always positive and events routinely exceed
expectations. This year, alumni participated in meet and greets for Delta Tweet Ups, Delta’s
Holiday in the Hangar, Tissot MSG watch unveiling, Chase Blue Carpet and various experiences
for Chase Cardholders including suite visits, clinics, fantasy skates, and branch visits. Alumni
have also played a role in helping to secure future partners and grow the Madison Square
Garden business through prospecting events. The partnerships group look forward to having
you at our golf outings this summer and back again for programs next season.
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he NYRAA once again held its general members meeting at the Rangers Golf Classic. At the meeting, Alumni
President Rod Gilbert provided an update on all current business, including the renewal of the Ice Hockey in
Harlem scholarship fund, a request from Adaptive Sports for new sleds and equipment for the Sled Hockey team.
Due to continued concerns on offering assistance to alumni in need, the board is working with legal counsel to explore a
potential procedure that would allow the NYRAA 50I C3 to help alumni as needed.
The NYRAA board will meet in the Summer of 20I3 and a general members meeting will be held in September the
day prior to the 3Ist Rangers Golf Classic. If you have any orders of new business, are an alumnus in need or know an
alumnus in need, please contact the President, Rod Gilbert, prior to this summer’s board meeting.
Kerryann Tomlinson
[email protected]
Rod Gilbert
Adam Graves
David Martella
Anthony Zucconi
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RA N G E RS, COM M U N I T Y RE L AT I ON S D I RECTORY
ADAM GRAVES HELPS TO UNVEIL THE NEW TISSOT’S BOX
OFFICE CLOCK
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GARDEN OF DREAMS DREAM WEEK
August I2th – I6th (RANGERS DAY - AUGUST I2 )
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to fill out the information below and fax it to (212) 465-6549 or email
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